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i would like to purchase a game that was made a long time ago so it says its compatible for windows 97, 98 and ME.. would it still work on Vista??
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Hi,
You may try installing the game in compatibility mode and see if that helps.
Follow the steps mentioned below:
a) Run the installation program in compatibility mode:
b) Right-click the installation file's icon.
c) Click Properties, go to Compatibility tab.
d) Select the compatibility mode for Windows 98.
e) Click OK.
**f)**Run the installation program.
**Note:**After it's installed, run the program in Windows compatibility mode by doing the same with the installed program.
yes i tried that.. still doesnt work :(
Hi,
You may try installing the game in compatibility mode and see if that helps.
Follow the steps mentioned below:
a) Run the installation program in compatibility mode:
b) Right-click the installation file's icon.
c) Click Properties, go to Compatibility tab.
d) Select the compatibility mode for Windows 98.
e) Click OK.
f) Run the installation program.
Note: After it's installed, run the program in Windows compatibility mode by doing the same with the installed program.
i have tried this for a computer game i'm trying to use on windows 7, and i was able to install it, but then when i open up the program, it opens for a split second and then disappears!!
Hello StephanieCaines,
Try right clicking on the games icon and, from the drop down menu, select 'Run as administrator'. see if that gets the game working.
This forum post is my own opinion and does not necessarily reflect the opinion or view of Microsoft, its employees, or other MVPs.
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Hi,
You may try installing the game in compatibility mode and see if that helps.
Follow the steps mentioned below:
a) Run the installation program in compatibility mode:
b) Right-click the installation file's icon.
c) Click Properties, go to Compatibility tab.
d) Select the compatibility mode for Windows 98.
e) Click OK.
f) Run the installation program.
Note: After it's installed, run the program in Windows compatibility mode by doing the same with the installed program.
i have tried this for a computer game i'm trying to use on windows 7, and i was able to install it, but then when i open up the program, it opens for a split second and then disappears!!
i would like to purchase a game that was made a long time ago so it says its compatible for windows 97, 98 and ME.. would it still work on Vista??
sorry.. windows 95
